ATI LPN
PN Pediatric Nursing Online Practice B Questions
Question 1 of 5
Reye hepatic encephalopathy can occur due to use of the following medication:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin is linked to Reye syndrome in kids with viral infections, causing hepatic and brain issues (CDC). Other drugs (A-D) lack this association.
Question 2 of 5
The most accurate assessment of gestational age in first trimester is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crown-rump length is the most accurate first-trimester measure of gestational age (ACOG). A-C, E are less precise early on.
Question 3 of 5
CNS (central nervous system) damage such as microcephaly, intrauterine growth retardation, mental retardation is caused at these radiation dosages:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 10,000-15,000 mrad causes CNS damage like microcephaly (ACOG). A is lower risk, C-D are higher, E is incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
A 15-year-old boy with a history of wheezing during exercise was playing soccer. He appears with shortness of breath. He is using albuterol inhaler as needed with no significant improvement. The next step in management is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inhaled steroids are the next step for uncontrolled exercise-induced asthma, per GINA, to reduce inflammation. A, C-E are less immediate or effective.
Question 5 of 5
Most reliable diagnostic test for cystic fibrosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sweat chloride test is the gold standard for cystic fibrosis diagnosis, per CFF. D is confirmatory, A, B, E are supportive.